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EEOC Rejects Racial Bias Claim Against MIT
Agency cites procedural reasons in dismissing arguments of researcher who went on hunger strike to protest tenure denial, but says he would have lost on merits as well.
Women's Studies on the Chopping Block
Kim Vaz, chair of the University of South Florida's women's studies department, has been in this position before. She's heard...
Two Steps Forward, One Big Step Back
U. of California taps esteemed Texas chancellor as president and unveils plans for smaller central office. But critics say board chair's backdoor search process proves regents don't respect university governance.
Campus Violence, Viewed From Afar
Student murders at or near several colleges have shaken nerves. Elsewhere, is there a diminished sense of safety?
Defaulting Donor or Unresponsive Donee?
St. Bonaventure becomes latest institution to be sued by donors, illustrating the growing tensions over gift obligations.
A State Senator's Sweet Deal
Evelyn J. Lynn has spent much of her professional career as an educator, putting in 30 years as a teacher...
Demographic Boom and Bust
The national growth in high school graduates ends now, a new report says. Some regions should brace for declines -- even as others prepare for continued expansion.